Job Description

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Job Description

Benefits:

• Join the safety team early, during design and preconstruction
• Work on 19 kilometres of new dual-track passenger rail
• Build your career with ACCIONA mentoring and leadership pathways

ACCIONA has an extensive pipeline of work and as such we are looking to grow the team who will deliver projects in the Sunshine Coast region including packages of The Wave such as the Greenfield portion. Backed by $5.5 billion in joint government funding, the project is part of Queensland’s infrastructure pipeline ahead of Brisbane 2032 and is now in design and preconstruction.

About the Opportunity:

Register your interest in Safety Advisor and Safety Coordinator roles as ACCIONA builds its safety team for The Wave and its wider pipeline of work. You will support site and project teams to plan and deliver work safely, guide supervisors and crews on risk controls, and help build a strong safety culture on a major greenfield rail project. As the project moves through design and preconstruction, you will have the chance to join early and contribute to how safety is delivered on site. We will contact you about suitable roles as they open.

Key accountabilities for the position will be:

• Identify hazards, assess risks and recommend practical safety controls
• Support site teams to meet WHS legislation and ACCIONA safety standards
• Investigate incidents and track corrective actions to prevent repeat events
• Inspect worksites and audit controls to maintain safe work practices
• Coach supervisors and crews on safety expectations and risk controls
• Deliver safety inductions and training for employees and subcontractors

Required Skills and Competencies

What capability and experience will you need to have:

• Relevant WHS qualification for your level [to be confirmed]
• Proven safety experience in civil, rail or construction projects
• Sound knowledge of Queensland WHS legislation and safety systems
• Clear communication and a collaborative, practical approach
• Preferred: incident investigation experience

At ACCIONA, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment where our employees can grow and develop their careers. We provide opportunities for professional development, and our team members are encouraged to bring new ideas and approaches to their work. Our company is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusiveness and respect where every employee feels valued and supported.

Register your interest today and bring your safety experience to The Wave.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.